Eudicella morgani is a striking member of the African flower beetles, known for its clean, vivid apple‑green coloration and the elegant, forked horn displayed by males. Both sexes show a smooth, glossy finish, but males are instantly recognisable by their Y‑shaped cephalic horn, used in gentle pushing contests over food and mates. Females are slightly broader and hornless, with the same bright sheen that makes this species stand out in mixed displays.
Native to Cameroon, E. morgani inhabits warm, humid forest environments rich in decaying wood and leaf litter. In captivity, it is considered easy to keep and culture, making it suitable for both newcomers and experienced beetle breeders. Larvae thrive in a substrate dominated by leaf humus and well‑rotted wood, with many keepers using mixes around 80% leaf litter to 20% wood flake for steady growth. Development from L1 to adult typically takes 7–9 months, depending on temperature and substrate quality.
Adults are active, attractive display beetles that readily feed on banana, apple, pear, peach, and watermelon, showing the typical fruit‑feeding behaviour of the genus. They do well at 20–24°C with 70–80% humidity, conditions that mirror their natural forest habitat.
With its manageable care requirements, reliable breeding potential, and vibrant coloration, Eudicella morgani is an excellent addition to any flower beetle collection—visually appealing, behaviourally engaging, and straightforward to rear through multiple generations.
Morgan's Horned Flower Beetle (Eudicella morgani)
Size: L2 (unsexed)
Status: Captive Bred
Range: Cameroon
Temperature 22-26 C Humidity 60-75% Diet Grubs - rotting leaf litter, flake soil, rotting wood
Adults - soft fruits, beetle jelly
Enclosure 30x20x20cm for a trio of adults
Substrate depth of 8-10cm of leaf litter mix

